Cardiothoracic ICU Nurse Manager III — Lead 40‑Bed Unit

UNC Health; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health is seeking a Nurse Manager for the Cardiothoracic Critical Care Unit at UNC Medical Center Surgical Hospital in Chapel Hill, NC. This 40-bed unit specializes in cardiothoracic and vascular critical care, handling complex procedures including CABG, valve repair/replacements, heart and lung transplants, LVAD, ECMO, and thoracic/vascular surgeries.

The unit operates 24/7, with standard hours 8am-5pm; leadership ensures staffing and clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• BSN from a state-accredited school.
• Licensed RN in North Carolina; BLS.
• ANCC Magnet certification within probation period.
• Three years nursing; one year in management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure appropriate care and staffing; supervise staff.
• Manage HR: hiring, performance reviews, goals.
• Budget management and resource optimization.
• Ensure accreditation standards met.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives.
• Foster staff education and orientation.
• Promote customer satisfaction and communication.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

BSN

Job description

UNC Health is seeking a Nurse Manager for the Cardiothoracic Critical Care Unit at UNC Medical Center Surgical Hospital in Chapel Hill, NC. This 40-bed unit specializes in cardiothoracic and vascular critical care, handling complex procedures including CABG, valve repair/replacements, heart and lung transplants, LVAD, ECMO, and thoracic/vascular surgeries.

The unit operates 24/7, with standard hours 8am-5pm; leadership ensures staffing and clinical excellence.